Heating and cooling

Seal cracks around windows and doors or use door ‘snakes’.
Hang heavyweight, tight-fitting curtains from closed pelmets to reduce heat loss by 30-50 percent.
Keep your home cooler in summer by shading north and west facing windows with native vegetation or awnings.
Wear warmer clothes.
Close off unoccupied rooms.
Consider roof, underfloor and wall insulation.
Use ceiling fans in high temperatures.
Reverse cycle air conditioners are up to four times more energy efficient than other heaters.
Use a thermometer to set temperatures for heating and cooling. Ensure it is between 18 to 21 degrees Celsius in Winter and 23 to 26 degrees Celsius in Summer.